Faith and Mental Health: Understanding Narcissism

Licensed counselor and clinical trauma professional Kenza Haddock returns to Daily Faith with a riveting conversation that blends clinical insight with biblical truth. Raised in Islam and later encountering Jesus through a series of vivid dreams, Kenza shares how the Father’s pursuing love rescued her from anxiety and led her into a calling to walk with people through complex trauma. Together with Philip Cameron, she explains what narcissism really is—not excellence, but self-exaltation apart from God—and why its counterfeit confidence often hides in plain sight, even in the church. Drawing from her new book, Unmasking Narcissism, Kenza identifies the telltale markers of narcissistic abuse—gaslighting, entitlement, and identity attacks—and offers practical, hope-filled steps for healing: prayerful dependence on Christ, strengthening your identity in Him, and setting clear, biblical boundaries. With wisdom and compassion, she reminds us that forgiveness and accountability can coexist, that safety matters, and that only God can transform a hardened heart. Whether you’re a pastor, a parent, or a person longing for freedom, this conversation equips you to recognize deception, protect your peace, and pursue wholeness in Christ. To get your copy of Kenza’s newest book, visit www.kenzahaddock.com.